Our next production!
29th, 30th and 31st October 2026
Scout Hut, Bovey Tracey
7.30pm
Tickets available toward the end of August
Directed by Helen Burford
ably assisted by Nigel Gillingham
Following the success of our last production, 'Don't get your vicars in a twist' (April 2026), The Bovey Tracey Players is proud to present our autumn production - 'The 39 steps' - a stage adaptation of the classic adventure written by John Buchan.
Interested in being part of the show?
Auditions are taking place at Heathfield Community Centre on the 4th August 2026 7.30pm. For further details, address your message 'FAO Helen Burford' using the contact form below
Our 2026 Spring Production....
Don't get your vicars in a twist
Another show bites the dust! And what a show it was....
Don't get your vicars in a twist. Written by Ann Gawthorpe and Lesley Bown. Produced and directed by Simon Mathews, ably assisted by members of The Bovey Tracey Players. Thank you to all those who supported us - we hope you enjoyed. See you at the next one!
What's new!
In April 2026, The Bovey Tracey Players staged 'Don't get your vicars in a twist' written by Ann Gawthorpe and Lesley Bown, and directed by Simon Mathews. Later this year (31st October 2026), Mark Godwin is directing and producing our second murder mystery for the Probus group in the Phoenix Hall in Bovey Tracey. Though this is a private event, there is a possibility that the murder mystery may also be 'staged' in the Paradiso and in Lustleigh village hall - two further opportunities to enjoy a fine evening's entertainment and see The Bovey Tracey Players at their very best! Should you be interested in being part of the murder mystery group, use the contact form further down the page and mark the message "FAO Mark Godwin'.
The Bovey Tracey Players are proud to present 'The 39 steps', a thrilling stage adaptation of John Buchan's classic adventure. Directed by Helen Burford (chairperson) ably assisted by Nigel Gillingham, anyone wishing to be part of this production is invited to contact Helen using the contact form below (FAO Helen Burford)
The production is to be staged in the Scout Hut, Bovey Tracey - 29th, 30th and 31st October. Get the dates in your diary!
The committee of the Bovey Tracey Players continues to meet monthly. To contact the committee with any thoughts or ideas you may have, use the contact details further down this page to get in touch!
Suits you Sir! The Bovey Tracey Players has a wealth of costumes available for hire for only a reasonable donation to group funds. Get in touch if you have a special event you're interested in getting costumes for.
Our 2025 performance...
'Of Pints and Plays'
With contributions written by Chris Gibson & Sam Walker, Rupert Haigh, Lou Treleaven and Jean McConnell.
The Bovey Tracey Players, a community theatre group since 1971, offers a unique experience to Bovey Tracey residents with various performances, including plays and murder mysteries. Our group was founded by a team of dedicated individuals who share a common love for the arts. We are based in Bovey Tracey, South Devon and host a variety of events year-round, always welcoming new members to join in the fun.
Our productions are staged in Bovey Tracey and its surroundings, generally in April and October. There's a lot of work done before they're ready as you can see! These pictures are taken from a performance of several short plays and a radio play staged in September 2025 at the Whisky Distillery, Bovey Tracey.
As you know by now, 2025 has been an 'annus horribilis' for the Players. We lost the Dolphin - it's still not re-opened - and finding a venue to do anything has been an uphill struggle. Our sincere thanks to Greg Millar at the Whisky Distillery for allowing us to stage 'Of Pints and Plays' - a collection of short plays and a radio play that we presented for one night only, Wednesday 24th September 2025.
We are particularly grateful to Benthan Pendlebury who interrupted a busy country-wide schedule to host the event. (see inset top right)
Murder Mystery...
In May 2024, the BOVEY TRACEY Players staged a murder mystery in the Dolphin Hotel. Tickets were priced at £29/person which included a welcome drink, a three course meal and of course. the entertainment.
Our next Murder Mystery was staged in the Phoenix Hall in November 2025.. If you'd like to be involved in a Murder Mystery in Spring 2026, use the contact form below and write your message FAO Mark Godwin. Hoping to see you there!
Our Rogues' Gallery
Christmas party 2024
Our thanks to Bim Photography for permission to display our rogues' gallery
Skittles evening Nov 2024
Spring Workshops 2024
Theatre Trips
Special Events
Workshops
Pint
and
Play
Murder Mystery
Support Us
Registered Charity no. 1108788
The Bovey Tracey Players became a registered charity in 2005 and continues to exist as a registered charity seeking funds to further the involvement of the community in drama productions.
We raise funds for a worthy charity each year. This year, we're raising funds for BOVEY TRACEY Youth Café. By supporting us you are helping others as well as enjoying and sharing The BOVEY TRACEY Players entertainment.